Manager of Payer Strategy

Job Summary

Leading payer negotiations and strategy development, the full-time remote Manager of Payer Strategy will execute payer contracting strategies, oversee complex negotiations, and align agreements with organizational growth and financial goals.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end negotiation of payer agreements across various contract models, including fee-for-service and value-based arrangements
• Develop negotiation materials and analytics tools to provide visibility into payer performance and contract opportunities
• Serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership, ensuring payer agreements align with care models and pricing strategies

Required qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience in managed care contracting with a proven track record in negotiations
• Established strategic relationships with national and regional payor organizations
• Deep understanding of reimbursement methodologies and contract performance analytics
• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Finance, or a related field
• Proficiency with financial modeling and tools such as Excel or Tableau